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"Bruce "Utah" Phillips became famous the world over by performing songs, poems and stories that told the tale of normal, hard-working folks. Off the stage, he was well known as a labor organizer and advocate for the homeless. He was a local celebrity who placed high...

"Bruce "Utah" Phillips became famous the world over by performing songs, poems and stories that told the tale of normal, hard-working folks. Off the stage, he was well known as a labor organizer and advocate for the homeless. He was a local celebrity who placed high...

Did you see Steve Baker’s article in The Prospector yesterday about DJ Husky LePew celebrating his 100th show? That KVMR DJ talked to Steve Baker about the help he received from Hospitality House several years ago. "So I came here (KVMR) with an incredibly sexy voice...

After steady declines in homelessness from 2007 through 2014, the number of people without homes in California has now risen for three consecutive years. California is home to 21 of the 30 most expensive rental markets in the nation and the state does not have enough...

Thank you to those of you who dropped off art supplies, deodorant and an iPad. Now I know you are out there listening    And down to the nitty gritty needs of the shelter for THIS week . . .  - More women’s deodorant please! - Extra-large hoodie -...

I am Molly, the Housing Case Manger at Hospitality House, the only emergency homeless shelter in Nevada County with 54 beds for men, women and children. One of the struggles our homeless guests have is being able to afford housing. In California, the statewide average...

Over the last week, seven people have moved out of the shelter into another living situation: one woman, three men and a small family--father, mother and 18-month-old! We are especially thrilled for one gentleman who has been homeless for years. He suffers from mental...

Over the last week, seven people have moved out of the shelter into another living situation: one woman, three men and a small family--father, mother and 18-month-old! We are especially thrilled for one gentleman who has been homeless for years. He suffers from mental...

You may remember that every January, the County of Nevada attempts to count the number of homeless people in Nevada County and invite them to access services. Various organizations counted their guests on the night of January 24th, 2018 – including Hospitality House,...